Weekday Trail Outlook and Upcoming Events 9/06-9/11, 2022
Trail Outlook: Scorching and Unsettled with Balloons
The heat stays on with triple digits Tuesday and Wednesday and a decent chance of thunderstorms in those middays and evenings as well. Mornings will continue to stay warm with the later weekdays slowly retreating from the hottest days. If the rain comes with those storms, mornings are likely to be the best time to get out on recently damped soils. After Wednesday, we should have some great weather and trail conditions leading into the Great Reno Balloon Race weekend.
Trail Traffic Warning: This Thursday through Sunday, the balloon races will bring a lot of spectators to the Upper Rancho and Keystone Canyon trails. Neighborhood roads including North McCarran will also be very busy in the mornings with some traffic controls for balloon crews and spectators entering and exiting Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. If you wish to avoid the crowds, access Peavine through the Hoge Road or Las Brisas trailheads. Expect Rancho, Keystone, and Kings Row trailheads and nearby trails to be busier than usual.
Trail Damage Warning: Whites Creek had some serious flooding in the early August round of downpours. Major trail damage along much of the lower section of trail as well as some of the upper section. The local trail managers are all aware of the damage and would appreciate users seeking alternate routes until they are able to get repairs done. Due to the extensive nature of the current damage, that may not be this year. If you are planning on doing the Dry Pond loop, be careful or consider an out and back on the Thomas Creek side.
Trail Karma Opportunity:
Biggest Little Trail Stewards along with American Trails will be providing trail crew training for free September 24 & 25. If you have ever considered volunteering for trail days, this is how you can get skilled up to organize and lead those vital activities. This two-day event will offer free trainings to new and existing trail enthusiasts interested in building the skills needed to maintain trails well. Meet new trails folks or connect with old trail friends while learning the fundamental skills of trail design, planning, construction, and maintenance, as well as crew leadership. Additional information and signups can be had at the link here.
This Week’s Events
Tuesday, September 06:
5:15 pm
(Earlier Ride Time) Tuesday Night Ride Group (TNRG) are riding from the Tahoe Meadows just past Mt Rose Summit. If you are new to TNRG rides, there is no mass start so bring a friend or introduce yourself to who ever is around when you set off. Ride as long as you like. Most TNRG rides will have an after ride social at the start point so if you want to join in, pay attention to the flow of riders heading back. Check their Facebook Group Page for the most current updates.
5:45 pm
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official Tuesday run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
Wednesday, September 07:
5:00 pm
Reno Wheelmen’s weekly Verdi road ride starts and end at the Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation building (50 Cowan Drive, 89509) in Idlewild Park between the train ride and the softball fields. Follow their facebook page for the most up to date information. There is a one time waiver to be signed so give yourself enough time before the 5pm roll out to set up and sign in. This is an out and back with social pace on the out and choose your own adventure pace on the way back. Lights, including rear red, and reflective attire suggested as well as be prepared to service your own flats should that happen.
7:45 pm
Bike Night Reno will be rolling out a huge group of riders of all kinds from the Space Whale in Downtown. As their name suggests, this is a night ride so lights are required. Whether it’s a simple headlamp and taillight or full on burner bike light-splosion is entirely up to you. This is a mostly flat road ride friendly to all wheeled contraptions at an extremely social pace. For more information, follow @bikenightreno on instagram.
Thursday, September 08:
6:00 am
The IsPeavineDry.com Peavine easy ride will roll out from the Keystone East trailhead. This mountain bike ride goes for between 60 to 90 minutes and is always easy effort stay together ride. This may be a slower ride than usual because of the Balloon races. Expect extra foot traffic on the trails and, wind dependent, balloon landings nearby. If you have never ridden Keystone Canyon before, please let me know when you arrive. See you bright and early!
5:45 pm
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official Thursday run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
Friday, September 09:
4:45 am
Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) Reno and Northern Nevada Bikepacking are teaming up to bring you Coffee Outside. This week’s morning cup of micro-adventure on bikes will meet at Wingfield park at First and Arlington. This is a special Coffee Outside because they will be riding up to Rancho San Rafael to watch the Great Reno Balloon Races Glow Show and Dawn Patrol. This is entirely worth getting up early for. Bring your bike lights, a blanket, and some warm layers. More information about joining can be found by following @coffeeoutsidereno on Instagram.
Saturday, September 10:
8:00 am
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official long run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
TBD
Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) Reno are leading their mid-autumn camping trip. This is not a bikepacking trip, but a camp out that is expected to feature bikes. For more information, follow @rar.reno on Instagram.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Northern Nevada Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) is holding their second race weekend for all the middle and high school mountain bike riders at the Walker River State Recreation Area in Yerington, Nevada. The event booklet with schedule, volunteer, and registration links can be found here. Saturdays are for course setup and pre-ride events through 4pm. Volunteers are always very appreciated and you get all the training you need on site.
Sunday, September 11:
6:45 am - 4:00 pm
Northern Nevada Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) is holding their second race weekend for all the middle and high school mountain bike riders at the Walker River State Recreation Area in Yerington, Nevada. The event booklet with schedule, volunteer, and registration links can be found here. Sunday is race day, awards, and course tear down. Volunteers are always very appreciated and you get all the training you need on site.
That’s what’s on my radar at the moment. If you know of something I missed or is coming soon, send me an email and it might get listed. See you outside!
Clear and dry conditions across the mountain.